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Detailed information about the K2 Base Camp trek in Pakistan The trek to the K2 base camp is one of the most rewarding treks in the world. The ultimate hike to the base camp of the second-highest mountain in the world, K2, is one of the most incredible hikes in Pakistan. Trekkers chase a rocky trail that winds up Baltoro and Godwin-Austen Glaciers, crossing seven of the 19th-highest peaks on earth — on the way to the K2 base camp. This article will give you all the information about the K2 base camp trek in Pakistan. Note: We highly recommend you check the recent travel information provided by your home country and the foreign office of Pakistan before travelling. The Karakoram Mountain Range The glorious Karakoram mountain range in Pakistan is home to most of the vicious panoramas on the land, while tides of enthusiastic backpackers flood the paths of Nepal. In comparison, only a seep of trekkers visit Pakistan. The Greater Ranges of Asia may extend multiple borders, while the classic Himalayan roads of the Annapurna and the Everest grab the limelight. The magnificent peaks in the Karakoram mountain range and the Karakoram Highway of northern Pakistan are no less impressive. K2 Mountain is the crown of the Karakoram. It is the 2nd-highest mountain in the world at a height of 8,611m (28,251ft), and a voyage to its base camp at 5,150m (16,896ft) makes for one of the most vastly adventurous walks for trekkers in the world. Starting from the Johla camp, the trail goes along the imperial Braldu valley, crossing the Baltoro Glacier to reach Concordia. Concordia is the centre point of the Karakoram Range. While positioned at 12km (7.5 miles) from K2, Concordia includes a few sites on the land where you can see four 8,000m (26,247ft) peaks from just